Kansas City officials are meticulously analyzing the cell phones of three deceased individuals discovered after a football viewing event. The untimely deaths of David Harrington, 37, Clayton McGeeney, 36, and Ricky Johnson, 38, have led authorities to delve into their final communications for potential leads.
Family members of the trio, known to be ardent fans of the Kansas City Chiefs, have been approached by law enforcement for phone passcodes to unlock key evidence, particularly photos from their last hours and call logs.
Jon Harrington, 58, father of the late David Harrington, mentioned his encounter with the investigators. “Detectives needed my son’s phone code to access information beyond call records,” Harrington disclosed to the press.
While the exact cause of death remains under investigation, relatives have expressed concerns, hesitating to rule out substances as potential factors. Clayton McGeeney’s uncle, Jim McGeeney, acknowledged the plausibility given the age group of the men.
Authorities have also informed that they have not dismissed re-interviewing Jordan Willis, 38, the host of the event at his property. The Kansas City Police Department, keeping details confidential, stated that queries regarding further interrogation would fall under investigative protocols.
The incident, not currently classified as homicide by officials, saw the three sports enthusiasts discovered nearly two days after the match on January 7, which saw the Chiefs claim a close victory over the Los Angeles Chargers. The men, described as outwardly fit individuals in their thirties, were reportedly unseen by Willis, who claimed to have rested on his couch post-farewell at 2 am and remained unaware until the bodies were found at 10 pm on January 9.
The city remains in shock as the investigation unfolds, waiting for clear answers to pour light on the unexpected tragedy following a night of sportsmanship and camaraderie gone tragically awry.